The City Awards Bed-Stuy Nonprofit for Work with Families Impacted by Incarceration

Children of Promise was presented with a Mayoral Service Recognition Award on April 19.

The Brooklyn-based nonprofit, Children of Promise, NYC, is being recognized for its ability to harness the power of volunteers and address the needs of the community.

On April 19, New York Mayor Eric Adams presented CPNYC with the Community Impact Award, a Mayoral Service Recognition Award, at a ceremony held at Gracie Mansion.

“As the pandemic exacerbated many of the challenges facing our scholars, our volunteers leaned in to meet evolving community needs and we are thrilled to receive this honor amplifying our collective impact,” said Sharon Content, founder and president of CPNYC.